The Beauty of Rhine 2020
Amsterdam, Arnhem, Cologne, Kobelnz, Mannheim, Strasbourg & Mainz
Download PDF BrochureCome and enjoy this beautiful cruise start from Amsterdam, then sail all the way to Mainz along the Rhine, experience the beautiful secenery, local folk culture etc…
WELCOME TO THE NETHERLANDS! Once on board, check in to your cabin and enjoy a welcome snack. Then explore your floating hotel. An information meeting will be held prior to dinner.
With a rich cultural life and a wide range of entertainment, Amsterdam is a full-scale city, which has managed to retain its small-town feel. Your morning walking tour of the city center will introduce you to all the major highlights including Dam Square, Anne Frank’s House (outside*), the flower market and other major attractions! This will be followed by a one hour cruise through Amsterdam’s fabled canals. Return to the ship for lunch. The afternoon is free to explore further on your own A welcome cocktail and crew introduction will precede dinner. *(Under renovation)
North of the port lies one of the biggest attractions of the Netherlands, the Open Air Museum of Arnhem. Here, completely reconstructed historical monuments are manned by volunteers who will immerse you into the life of the past. This included tour will take you back to a setting of merchant's houses, 19th century farmhouses and mills of the golden age with samples of life on the farms, fields, factories, wine taverns, and shops. The people, dressed in authentic costumes and settings, will regale you with stories about their “way of life” and maybe serve you a cup of coffee or a pint of beer in 'the good old way'. A lively and humorous presentation of old Dutch customs and habits. Sail on to Cologne.
WELCOME TO GERMANY! Your included walking tour of this fabulous city, will include the Hey Market, Festival Halls, Town Hall, Jewish Baths, Old Market, and famous Dom, the remarkable Gothic cathedral whose construction began in 1248 and was only completed in 1880! Return to the ship for lunch. The balance of the day is free for optional activities.
Koblenz: Enjoy a delightful morning walking tour of the Old Town including St. Castor’s Basilica, the Monument of Emperor Wilhelm I and the town’s landmark, the "Schängel" Fountain. After dinner on board, you may want to take a leisurely stroll through Rudesheim this ancient town of timber houses and cobblestone streets dating from the 1500 hundreds!
Located on the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers, and home to Mercedes Benz and many other major corporations, the city is the launching point for our included excursion to Heidelberg, one of the oldest and most famous university towns of Germany, Heidelberg is also one of the country’s most endearing small cities, famous for its historical baroque center, spirited student atmosphere, beautiful riverside setting and ancient bridge crossing the Neckar River. The impressive hilltop castle is home to the largest wine barrel in the world, holding over 220.000 liters of wine! Return to the ship for dinner.
WELCOME TO FRANCE! Your morning bus/walking tour of this UNESCO’s World Heritage site will begin with a drive by the Palace de la Republique, Orangerie, EU Parilament, and Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame. This will be followed by a walking tour, offering unique views of half-timbered houses and impressive European institutions. This evening prepare for the Captain’s Farewell Dinner!
As all good things must come to an end, after breakfast, bid your crew goodbye and disembark with a suitcase full of memories! (Services end with breakfast)
Price is per person twin share start from Cabin C Category, see remarks for more cabin upgrade
Remarks
- Land only prices, no air tickets included except specified. Itineraries are subject to minor change upon local arrangement
- UPGRADES with surcharge based from Price of CAT "C" Cabin:
- Upgrades: Main Deck Cat “B”: $285 Upper Deck French Balcony Cat “A”: $715
Single Supplement (Twin Cabin for Single use), Categories “C” & “B” Only (Main Deck)+ 75% of the base price
NOT INCLUDED:
• International airfare
• Arrival/departure transfers (may be arranged for an additional fee)
• Optional excursions when offered by the ship (requires a minimum number of participants to operate)
• Meals and drinks other than those specified (additional drink packages may be purchased on board)
• Costs of a personal nature including; laundry, telephone, souvenirs and similar
• WI-FI: Available for a fee
• Tips: To local drivers/guides and ship Staff and Crew not included. Suggested amounts will be advised.
• Travel Insurance: Not included but highly recommended.
Inclusions
• Accommodations in all outside facing cabins in category of your choice
• A total of 20 meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners)
• Free flowing house wine, beer, soft drinks for dinner daily and 1 bottled water in cabins replenished daily.
• Captain’s welcome cocktail and farewell dinner.
• All on board activities, special themed dinners, early riser breakfast, afternoon tea and cakes, late night snacks and free 24 hour self-service coffee station.
• Total of 7 included sightseeing tours with local English speaking guides, entrance fees and transportation.
• Services of professional English speaking Cruise Manager and for every 30 passengers, your own Personal Concierge/Cruise Director that will be at your disposal 24/7 throughout.
• Port charges of US$168.